Grade 8 Social Studies Quiz

Who founded the colony of Georgia?

• John Adams

• George Washington

• Thomas Jefferson

• James Oglethorpe

What was the main reason for the establishment of the Georgia colony?

• To create a buffer zone and provide a fresh start for debtors and disadvantaged individuals.

• To provide a safe haven for religious minorities fleeing persecution.

• To expand the British Empire and gain control of new territories.

• To establish a trading post for fur and other valuable resources.

Which Native American tribe lived in the area that is now Georgia?

• Creek

• Seminole

• Choctaw

• Cherokee

What is the capital city of Georgia?

• Atlanta

• Tbilisi

• Savannah

• Augusta

Who were the debtors that were given a chance to start a new life in Georgia?

• prisoners from debtors' prisons in England

• indentured servants from Scotland

• slaves from Africa

• immigrants from Ireland

What was the purpose of the Georgia colony's strict rules and regulations?

• To establish a democratic government.

• To promote economic growth and prosperity.

• To create a disciplined and orderly society, maintain control over the colonists, and prevent the colony from becoming a haven for debtors and criminals.

• To encourage religious freedom and tolerance.

What was the name of the first settlement in Georgia?

• Atlanta

• Augusta

• Savannah

• Macon

What was the main economic activity in colonial Georgia?

• Fishing

• Mining

• Manufacturing

• Agriculture

What was the role of James Oglethorpe in the establishment of Georgia?

• James Oglethorpe was the founder and leader of the Georgia colony.

• James Oglethorpe was a politician who opposed the establishment of the Georgia colony.

• James Oglethorpe was a religious leader who played a minor role in the establishment of the Georgia colony.

• James Oglethorpe was a military general who fought against the establishment of the Georgia colony.

How did the Yamacraw Indians help the colonists in Georgia?

• They built shelters for the colonists.

• They provided food and taught survival skills.

• They helped the colonists establish trade routes.

• They fought alongside the colonists in battles.